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Connecticut Port Authority

  • A quasi-public agency to market and coordinate the development of Connecticut’s ports, harbors, and maritime economy
  • Aims to grow Connecticut’s economy through strategic investments
  • Focus on infrastructure improvements and attracting investors
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New England For Offshore Wind

  • A coalition of partners from across different industries and the New England region advocating for offshore wind development
  • Members look to foster regional collaboration and build public support for the technology
  • Goals of improving the region’s economy and reducing its energy emissions
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Thames River Heritage Park

  • A collaboration of three towns to shuttle visitors between national and historic sites along the Thames River in southeastern Connecticut
  • Water taxis ferry visitors on the river, and numerous tours and events are offered during the season
  • Participating businesses can offer discounts and promotions to visitors in the Ride & Save program
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Borough496

  • A business incubator and co-working space, owned and developed by the Hamden Economic Development Corporation
  • Members receive working space, access to an on-site mentor, connections to professional services, and more
  • Workforce education and financing services also offered
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Thames River Innovation Place (TRIP)

  • An alliance of public, private, and nonprofit centers in New London and Groton in southeastern Connecticut
  • Partners collaborate on a shared vision of the future of the Thames River region
  • Efforts range from improving infrastructure to a Community Concierge program
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Southeastern Connecticut Cultural Coalition

  • Supports the arts, cultural, and creative businesses of Southeastern Connecticut
  • Provides core services to connect, strengthen, and advocate for the creative community
  • Serves as a regional “field office” for the Connecticut Office of the Arts/Department of Economic & Community Development
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AdvanceCT

  • AdvanceCT provides high-impact and inclusive solutions assistance to grow your business.
  • For Connecticut startups and small businesses.
  • Provides site selection, CT registration, resources, and tools to help CT based businesses.
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Connecticut PTAC

  • CT PTAC solves the puzzle of government contracting
  • For Connecticut startups interested in selling their goods or services to federal, state, or local government
  • As the bridge between buyers and suppliers, proving subject matter expertise in government sector contracting and assisting clients to maximize their services and product sales opportunity.
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